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Conveyorized Cutters target apparel and flexible materials.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 07:46:49 -0500

Supplied with CutWorks® software for full automation, single-ply GERBERcutter® Models DCS3600/3600L include TargetVision digital camera technology for capturing detailed images of materials placed on cutting table. AutoMat System, which addresses requirements of specialized mat industry, uses scanner technology that recognizes where mat's carpet and rubber border meet. With longer cut window, Model DCS3600L enables manufacturers to cut pieces up to 10 ft in length between bites.

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Multi-Ply Cutter features automated knife technology.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:41:01 -0500

With programmable machine settings, GERBERcutter® Z7 multi-ply cutter helps maximize throughput and yield while cutting intricate shapes, multiple hole sizes, and notches. It is suited for full range of material types and thicknesses, including bi-laminate foams, technical textiles, and high-loft fabrics. Product targets automotive, aerospace, and technical textiles markets.

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Weathering Testers feature advanced digital control system.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 08 Nov 2006 07:49:08 -0500

Designed to meet test parameters of textile industry, Ci3000+ Weather-Ometer and Fade-Ometer Systems include full color TFT touch screen display with intuitive icons. With single control system, operators can analyze instrument performance, monitor test parameters, and perform calibration procedures. Control includes sub-cycle repeat programming, full color trend plot screen, smart media card interface, and smart sensors that communicate status to touch panel at power-up.

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Digital Converter converts analog audio/video to DVD.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 26 Jan 2006 07:10:43 -0500

Presto! digital converter transfers audio/video from any playback device with AV-out or S-Video-out, and simultaneously records to standard DVD without going through computer's hard drive. When burning to standard DVD+RW discs, user can continue to add clips from various sources to create extended video compilations until disc capacity is reached. Software allows users to choose between Record and Convert Mode, to record either selected segments or entire contents of videotape.

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Daylight Simulation Booth is desktop-sized and portable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 27 Sep 2002 15:17:35 -0500

SpectraLight® Jr provides multiple light sources for color matching and evaluation of color quality/uniformity. It uses filtered tungsten halogen daylight technology. Unit is equipped with 5 selectable light sources for various color evaluations and metamerism testing. Interior is made from low gloss, neutral-gray material. It includes push button membrane keypad, removable diffuser, and separate on/off control for UV source.

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Thru-Beam Fork Sensors are easy to install.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 27 Sep 2002 15:16:18 -0500

One-piece BGL sensors for part location, height verification, and edge detection have pre-aligned optics integrated into metal fork-style body, allowing for plug-and-play installation. Resolution is 0.3 mm, repeatability is 0.02 mm, and hysteresis is less than 0.1 mm. Sensors are available in sensing gap slot sizes from 5 to 120 mm, are protected against short circuits/reverse polarity, and are user-selectable for NO or NC operation.

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Proximity Sensor has 4 times standard sensing range.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 27 Sep 2002 15:15:23 -0500

HyperPROX 4X long-range proximity sensor incorporates on-board temperature compensation ICs that eliminate impact of temperature on sensing distance. Sensor may be mounted farther away from target, minimizing risk of mechanical damage. Applications include controlling, regulating, automating, positioning, and monitoring work processes in machine-tool, plastics, textile, and automotive industries (or anywhere processes must be automated).

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Sensor suits precision, position, and opacity measurements.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 26 Sep 2002 12:40:43 -0500

Non-contact, laser-based, industrial gauging sensor, based on shadow measurement principle, is suitable for non-stationary, rubber, metalworking, aluminum, paper, textiles, and plastics applications. Class II Laser Beam Sensor (LBS) consists of emitter and receiver, and allows up to 3.3 ft distances between them. Measurement range varies from 0.02 to 1 in., accuracy is better than 0.5 percent at 10 kHz, and resolution is less than 0.1 percent of measurement range.

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Attaching Tool inserts fasteners through fabrics.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 12 Mar 2002 11:57:18 -0500

Portable MicroTach(TM) hand tool inserts 0.172 in. T-End fasteners through fabrics and paper or cardboard packaging, replacing thread, pins and metal staples. Fasteners can hold 2 pieces of fabric tightly together or secure fabric to packaging. Tool is made of polycarbonate material for use in factory environments. It is available with brush anvil, which can serve as firm fastening application surface.

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